Discipline beats prediction; position size determines mindset.
Watching the account assets climb from the bottom to where they are now—it's been seven years. I am increasingly convinced of one thing—what most easily destroys traders in crypto isn't poor technical skills, but the mental barrier.
I've seen many experts in technical analysis; they are quite adept at reading charts. But when the market suddenly surges or plunges? They panic instantly, fingers trembling, with fear and greed taking turns in their minds. Frankly, it's not that they can't understand the market, but that they can't control themselves.
Today, I want to share the mindset management methods I've summarized over these seven years, lessons learned through real combat. I hope they can help you stand firm and survive longer in this magnificent market.
**The first key: Position management is the true stabilizer**
Why does the mindset collapse? 90% of the time, it's because the position size is too heavy. If you put your entire net worth into one coin, even a small fluctuation in the market can cause your account to jump up and down, and that feeling alone can make your heart race.
My strict rule is—never be fully invested. Divide your money into several parts, and only use a small portion for each entry. Specifically, I never risk more than 20% of my total funds on a single trade. This way, even if I make a wrong judgment and hit stop-loss, the loss is just a tiny fraction, not enough to affect the overall situation.
Think about it: most of your account remains calm and steady, with only a small part actively trading in the market. At this point, your tolerance for short-term fluctuations is completely different. The weight of your position directly affects your mental stability—lighter positions mean more stable mindset, and a stable mindset leads to more precise operations.
**The second key: Losses are the entry ticket to trading**
In the crypto market, no one can be perfect and avoid all mistakes. I've seen seemingly flawless trading plans that still end in failure. The key is how you treat these setbacks—either let them crush you or learn to accept them calmly.
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DeepRabbitHole
· 12h ago
That's right, seven years of blood, sweat, and tears. Position size can really save your life. The worst time for me was when I was fully invested; a small dip directly made me emo. Now I strictly adhere to the 20% rule.
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ZenMiner
· 12h ago
Seven years of sharpening the sword, that's so true. Trading with a small position can really save your life.
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Gm_Gn_Merchant
· 12h ago
It took seven years to finally understand these things, and it's very insightful. I used to not manage my positions well, and I almost went bankrupt by going all-in in one shot. Now I've learned to trade with small positions and roll over gradually. My mindset is definitely much more stable, and I no longer get red-eyed from constantly watching the K-line.
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ConsensusDissenter
· 12h ago
Seven years of sharpening the sword, ultimately it all comes down to two words—self-discipline. No matter how fancy the technology is, it’s useless if you can't keep your cool when the market is volatile.
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BrokenYield
· 13h ago
yeah 20% rule sounds neat until you realize most people panic sell at 15% drawdown anyway lol
Discipline beats prediction; position size determines mindset.
Watching the account assets climb from the bottom to where they are now—it's been seven years. I am increasingly convinced of one thing—what most easily destroys traders in crypto isn't poor technical skills, but the mental barrier.
I've seen many experts in technical analysis; they are quite adept at reading charts. But when the market suddenly surges or plunges? They panic instantly, fingers trembling, with fear and greed taking turns in their minds. Frankly, it's not that they can't understand the market, but that they can't control themselves.
Today, I want to share the mindset management methods I've summarized over these seven years, lessons learned through real combat. I hope they can help you stand firm and survive longer in this magnificent market.
**The first key: Position management is the true stabilizer**
Why does the mindset collapse? 90% of the time, it's because the position size is too heavy. If you put your entire net worth into one coin, even a small fluctuation in the market can cause your account to jump up and down, and that feeling alone can make your heart race.
My strict rule is—never be fully invested. Divide your money into several parts, and only use a small portion for each entry. Specifically, I never risk more than 20% of my total funds on a single trade. This way, even if I make a wrong judgment and hit stop-loss, the loss is just a tiny fraction, not enough to affect the overall situation.
Think about it: most of your account remains calm and steady, with only a small part actively trading in the market. At this point, your tolerance for short-term fluctuations is completely different. The weight of your position directly affects your mental stability—lighter positions mean more stable mindset, and a stable mindset leads to more precise operations.
**The second key: Losses are the entry ticket to trading**
In the crypto market, no one can be perfect and avoid all mistakes. I've seen seemingly flawless trading plans that still end in failure. The key is how you treat these setbacks—either let them crush you or learn to accept them calmly.